I know you can buy "high end" kerosene for this unit but I want to make sure that you can use the same fuel available at all gas stations. Is that the case? Thanks!
26392
I reside in CNY and a few Hess stations carry K-1 less than $4/gallon. I have to sign a log stating that I will not use it as a diesel replacement. I am very happy. The K-1 in the big box stores costs $8/gallon.
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I would highly advise against using anything but K1 kerosene. Trying to save a couple bucks, I used the red (pink) kerosene in mine for a couple months, and there was so much soot buildup that it created what was essentially a chimney fire, or flare up. It filled the garage with heavy black smoke, set off 3 smoke detectors, and I hate to think what could have happened if I hadn't caught it in time. I now use K1 kerosene, and despite the extra expense, it's cheap when compared to burning your house down.
26394
NO you can only use clear kerosene not the off road type or you will ruin the heater
26395
Yes, gas station kerosene will work. If the kerosene is real low grade you might just need a new wick sooner. High grade kerosene will keep the smell down and keep the wick lasting.
26396
I'm not sure what grade your local station sells; however everything I have read states the lowest grade used should be K1. I use an adative that removes most of the smell and fumes. I'm sure it would run on almost any Kerosene, but given the small area inside the unit I would guess that low grade would leave lots of residue. This would most likely cause issues if used regularly. That's just my thoughts though
26397
Any K1 kerosene will work. It recommends that you only use K1 in this unit. I also use an additive found at pretty much every big box store to keep the smell down. Do not use kerosene with red dye in it!
26398
I just started using gas station kerosene. the red dye in it is not good for the wick and it smells a lot more than the highly refined kerosene also. and it was not cheap at almost 7 bucks a gallon! I am going to go back to the more expensive k-1 kerosene. it is more expensive but worth it in my case.
676172
Yes, you definitely need the oil mix. You can get it pretty much anywhere. And I am sure its fine to use any grade gasoline, but 87 is what I use.
1504726
Hi. We have natural gas. No option in our area for dual fuel. Stove is second to none. B.
1522276
I don't know the answer, however, the aroma from the burner makes me question the same thing. If you do purchase the burner, use it in a well ventilated space. Perhaps propane, or as you're asking "gas stove" might work. The flame is very small and the unit may not do well on a gas stove. Must be watched. Hope this helps.
1296372
I don't believe so. It would probably be easier seeing if some retailer will simply swap it out for you. The natural gas units are usually about $20 more expensive than the propane units.
235202
you don't have to, just get the adopter to use your regular propane tank. We love ours cause my sons really love to bar B Q's and this is the only way we can do it when they can't come home. Easy to pack away and you get the a great bargan. Back to your question yes you have too if you don't get the adopter for the proper amount of gas flow.
1040086
Kerosene is not cheap. It is more expensive than diesel fuel, which is a lot more than gas. It also can be hard to find depending on where you live. If it was me I'd just go with an electric oil filled radiator for the safety and convenience factor... the operating cost will be similar. No fuel to worry about (and carry around, and refill, and spill), no flames to worry about, no CO to worry about. Really the only advantage of a kerosene heater is if you don't have any power to run an electric. And in that case I'd prefer a propane heater to kerosene anyway.
1464856
you can use diesel fuel but it will not burn as clean. I personally would not. It will smell and need more service. I used to work for a rental company that had lots of these kind of heaters. Diesel is not as clean burning.
591311
yes you can.but don't expect anything amazing from it.you could use any fuel stabilizer and get same results.for cheaper.the most amazing product I have encountered was a product from Canadian tire . called small engine tune up.but of course it worked too well and either it got bought out by other companies or just like many other products that work too well they discontinue it because it works too well so they loose sales by selling you more cheap useless crap.
670213
No - Not without some added modifications as mentioned from Amber G - I use the Propane Tanks - It easy and convenient - You can trade in your tank for a new one practically anywhere.
1588667
Yes. The type of fuel does not matter. You should be careful to install it correctly in a newer vehicle... they have multiple computers on board that you could harm if done improperly.
983086
If it is not adjusted correctly for the type of fuel you use it could. Might doesn't. I use kerosene . Diesel probably do it more
1918314
That would be the best if you can get it. If not, use the highest octane of ethanol gas.
1580381
The manual says to only use the recommended tanks and says that it's not safe to use others. That doesn't mean that you "can't" use another tank with it, but it probably means that it's inadvisable and likely invalidates the warranty. I have not tried to hook anything other than 1-lb. propane tank to it (Ace Hardware brand), so I can't say for sure what is possible. I can only say that I wouldn't try to do it because I'm pretty squeamish about possible leaks using hardware that's no recommended by the manufacturer.
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Yes, you can use the same fuel. You can treat this tiny lighter like you would a Zippo. Both can use many fuels. Both use the same flint, packing material, and wick. You will have to remove the packing and thread the new wick through the hole and then form the packing back around the wick and into the lighter. Wicks will last for years if not decades (depends on use), you can pull up on the wick and clip it back to a fresh new exposed portion. When the wick runs out just buy the replacement pack of wicks sold by Zippo.
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you can use any brand as long as the mixture is correct. check the specifications on the premixed from amazon and just make sure the percentage of gas and oil is the same.
182877
If you are not familiar with it have the local propane company do it. It is simple with fittings from Home Depot or mensrds or any type hardware store stocks them . I love this generator , easy start , nothing to do but keep the oil changed an trickle charger plugged in